Leaves of beauty | Although the silver squill (Ledebouria socialis) is modest in size, its sprays of the graceful green-mottled foliage make the plant very distinctive. | NST2018/03/24

Growing greens from cuttings | If you are finding it difficult to germinate seeds, skip this stage and plant from stem cuttings. Many greens including herbs - wolfberry or goji berry (Lycium chinense) and mint (Mentha sp.) - can be rooted in water first before being transplanted into soil. | NST2018/03/10

Show of colours | Busy Lizzies (Impatiens walleriana and its many hybrids) are valued for the vibrancy of their hues. | NST2018/02/24

The sun-loving Laluna | Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Laluna' is a special breed of hibiscus that is double flowering and long lasting. | NST2017/10/21

Bright, pretty floaters | Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) and water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) are popular choices for pond decor but contain them in a pot in order to avoid any unplanned consequences. | NST2017/10/7

Cherries in my garden | Barbados cherry shrub (Malpighia punicifolia) and weeping malpigia (M. pendiculata) are fun plants to grow. The fruit of M. punicifolia is considered one of the best sources of vitamin C. | NST201708/12

Leafy beauties | Philodendron hybrids like the bird's nest philodendrons or mounding philodendrons add a burst of colour to any space. | NST2017/07/29

Striking blanket | Purple hookweed, a variety of Cyathula prostrata makes great ground cover and transform areas into a leafy textured tapestry. | It is a great plant for small gardens. | How to grow Cyathula prostrata. | NST2014/11/01

Forest of knowledge | One forgets that one is actually in the city once inside Universiti Malaya's Rimba Ilmu Botanic Garden | NST2014/10/18

Berries for birds | Rivina humilis or Pigeon Berry is great for inviting flocks of birds to the garden as birds find the red berries irresistible. | How to grow Rivina humilis. | NST2014/10/4

Sweet potato's many benefits | Ipomoea batatas is one of the oldest vegetable in cultivation | To have your own supply, just propagate from extra tubers or shoot scraps. They sprout easily. | NST2014/07/26

Rare furry beauty | Siderasis fuscata is a native of east Brazil. Commonly called brown spiderwort or bear ears is a plant to behold and touch. | How to grow Siderasis fuscata | NST2014/07/12